AgCredible Shed Talks

Alltech Ireland and Agri Aware have teamed up to host a series of AgCredible ‘Shed Talk’ webinars, where expert speakers will discuss a range of topics, including why agriculture is necessary to secure a sustainable future for our planet.

Over five fortnightly sessions, starting on June 16, expert speakers will highlight key research on a range of topics, such as the importance of livestock, the need for a sustainable food system and agriculture’s positive contribution to human health and Irish society.

Beginning on Tuesday, June 16, at 8 p.m.

June 16 – Jack Bobo, CEO, Futurity; Agriculture: Problem or Solution?

July 7 - Thia Hennessy, Dean of Cork University Business School and Professor of Agri-Food Economics; Family farming: The cornerstone of Irish agriculture

July 14 - Taro Takahashi, Research Scientist, Sustainable Agriculture Sciences Department, Rothamsted Research; Cows: Why a sustainable planet needs them

July 28 - Alice Stanton, Professor at Royal College of Surgeons and Director of human health at Devenish Nutrition; Animal sourced foods – Harmful or beneficial to human health and wellbeing

August 11 - Donagh Berry, Director of the VistaMilk SFI Research centre, Research Officer - Statistical geneticist, Teagasc; Lowering Ireland’s environmental hoofprint

Other speakers confirmed include Taro Takahashi, Research Scientist, Sustainable Agriculture Sciences Department, Rothamsted Research and Donagh Berry, Director of the VistaMilk SFI Research centre, Research Officer - Statistical geneticist, Teagasc, with more to be announced.

Alltech Ireland and Agri Aware launched the AgCredible Academy to elevate Irish agriculture's story by collaborating with prominent Irish agri-influencers who are passionate about agriculture.

“The topics presented are the pressing issues facing the agricultural industry, the AgCredible Shed Talks will offer the AgCredible ambassadors a unique opportunity to learn the facts agriculture from industry leaders, they can then share these and amplify the positive message agriculture has to tell,” said Cathal McCormack, country manager, Alltech Ireland.

“The correct facts and information are important when educating people and promoting Irish agriculture to the consumer. The AgCredible Shed Talks are a ‘must-watch’ webinar series that will present the most relevant facts available today from leading experts in the industry,” said Marcus O’Halloran, Agri Aware executive director.

Alltech and Agri Aware are both dedicated to the future of the agri-food sector.

To sign up for the AgCredible Shed Talks series click here to register https://bit.ly/2MJDxpW